Echoes of Edinburgh & Australian Army Band Brisbane - Ipswich Events

Make a day out with friends for our upcoming special offer for Echoes of Edinburgh and Australian Army Band Brisbane.

Echoes of Edinburgh - Thur 20 October 2011 @ 11:00am
Queensland Police Pipes and Drums Band - Starring Billy Raymond Australia’s favourite Scottish entertainer Billy Raymond, comperes 90 minutes of family fun, music and dance featuring the highly acclaimed Queensland Police Pipes and Drums Band and the talented Scotia Highland Dancers.

Among the finest exponents of piping and drumming the band has appeared at the legendary Edinburgh Military Tattoo and as guests of Queen Elizabeth II at Balmoral Castle. Renowned recording artist and comedian Billy Raymond provides his family style humour and well-known songs from Scotland that feature on his 14 popular albums.

Normal Ticket Prices:
Adult $20.00
Concession $17.00
Group 10+ including a Light Meal $25.00

Australian Army Band Brisbane - Tues 22 November 2011 @ 11:00am
Known as one of the finest military bands in Australia, the Australian Army Band Brisbane provides music for regal, vice-regal, state and ceremonial occasions, performs at festivals, gives concerts and presents precision marching displays, as well as fulfilling its military role.

Every year the band provides music for many varied community groups and receives acclaim from audiences wherever it performs.

Normal Ticket Prices
All Tickets $12.00
Group 10+ including a Light Meal $20.00

Light Meal options that will be served are Fish & Chips or Mixed Sandwiches & Chips - Complimentary Tea & Brewed Coffee. (Food Options need to be specified min of 4 days prior to the date of the performance).

HOW TO BOOK:
All Group Bookings with Light Meals are to be made through Melinda from Ipswich Civic Centre Box office:
Phone 3810 7751 or email theatre@ipswich.qld.gov.au

To purchase tickets only, click below:
Echoes of Edinburgh
Australian Army Band Brisbane

What's On Ipswich: Shop Until You Drop - Get the Girls Together for Christmas Shopping Spree and a Fantastic Night Out.

Shop Until You Drop - Get the Girls Together for Christmas Shopping Spree and a Fantastic Night Out.


Accommodation twin share
Plus1 x$ 20 gift voucher for
Platform 9 restaurant and bottle of wine on arrival
$75.00 per person

Looking for a bit of retail therapy... Exclusive boutiques... Novelty gifts... Fabulous homewares... Local art... One stop-shopping? Then check out a sample of some of our retailers and centres.

Within walking Distance from the METRO HOTEL IPSWICH INTERNATIONAL you will find the historic vibrant section of the City boasting a broad diversity of retail, cafes and commercial and community enterprises nestled within a unique streetscape boasting preserved and restored historic buildings.

Turn any corner and you are likely to find something to surprise and delight you. Top of Town is Ipswich's premier boutique shopping, cultural, dining and entertainment precinct. The two-block stretch along Brisbane Street boasts some of Ipswich's oldest and most beautiful heritage buildings, funky cafe's, long standing businesses and a wide array of shopping delights Or you can take a short drive to Ipswich Riverlink Shopping Centre destination.

What's On Ipswich: Shop Until You Drop - Get the Girls Together for Christmas Shopping Spree and a Fantastic Night Out.

What's On Ipswich: Charmaine Wilson: Spirit Whispers

Meet ‘The One ’- the most talented psychic in Australia. Her gift? Connecting the spirit world with the living. Her calling? To bring people out of darkness. Her passion? Helping those coping with grief. Her name? Charmaine Wilson.

What's On Ipswich: Charmaine Wilson: Spirit Whispers

What's On Ipswich: Queensland Model Railway Show @ the Workshops Railway Musuem Ipswich

Be captivated by tiny trains and life-like replicas of farming land, city scenes and exotic locations.

Wander through intricate layouts, visit trade stands and talk to Queensland's premier railway modellers about a hobby that fascinates thousands around the world

What's On Ipswich: Queensland Model Railway Show @ the Workshops Railway Musuem Ipswich

Ipswich to Host Two-Day Girls Rugby League Summit in September 2011

FOLLOWING the success of the Ipswich Junior Rugby League Under 17s Girls Competition this year, the IJRL will host an action-packed two days of coaching, education and fun for all girls who love playing league or would like to try rugby league.

Each girl to register will have expert coaching from current QLD and Jillaroo players as well as highly experienced coaches and development staff.

All girls will sit an accreditation course as well as nutrition and strength & conditioning workshops.

The summit is open to all girls from all areas, not just Ipswich (within the age group).

To attend, return the two-page registration form attached below. Be quick, as spots are limited.

For more information - contact womenandgirlsqld@arldevelopment.com.au

Details:

Date: Thursday and Friday September 29 & 30, 2011
Time: 8.30-4pm each day
Cost: $40 (includes morning tea & lunch for both days, accreditation course costs, football, 2 shirts, & a bucket hat)

Flood Recovery Assistance Extended

The deadline for primary producers, small businesses and not-for-profit organisations to apply for flood and cyclone assistance has been extended until January 31, 2012.

The flood assistance package was due to finish on September 30 and the Cyclone Yasi package on October 31.

In announcing the extension, Queensland Premier Anna Bligh said more than $159 million had already been approved for 12,417 applicants.

The Business Enterprise Centre Ipswich Region (BECIR) welcomed the announcement, saying it would continue to support landholders, business operators and community organisations still rebuilding after the flood.

Since January, the BECIR has held more than 150 workshops attended by over 1500 people.

Further workshops covering various topics will be held at centres in the Ipswich CBD, Ipswich industrial areas, Bundamba, Rosewood, Goodna and the Lockyer Valley.

For more information phone 3282 7999 or visit http://www.becir.com.au/

What's On Ipswich: Isla Grant at ipswich Civiic Theatre - ON SALE NOW!

Scottish born singer-songwriter Isla Grant returns to Australia with a fresh look and some brand new songs as well as all her old favourites.

The popular singer will be touring with her equally as talented husband Al Grant and his band. Her beautiful voice together with an ability to write sensitive songs that cross over from country/folk to easy listening have not only established her as a major recording artist but also a popular live entertainer.

What's On Ipswich: Isla Grant at ipswich Civiic Theatre - ON SALE NOW!